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Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
133-25 GUY R BREWER BLVD, Jamaica, NY 11434
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,200 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#34 of 48
public schools
In district
#43 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
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Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72
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About Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72
Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 is a public middle school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,200 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 — Students at Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 Compares
See how Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
133-25 GUY R BREWER BLVD, Jamaica, NY 11434
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. EXCELSIOR PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Springfield Gardens), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN III (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 140 EDWARD K ELLINGTON (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11434 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,668
Median Home Value
$585,600
Median Rent
$1,409/mo
Population
67,611
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
48.8%
Avg Commute
47.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
40.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72
What grades does Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 serve?
Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72?
Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72?
The student-teacher ratio at Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 rank in NY?
Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 ranks #3,200 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72's MySchoolScout rating?
Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 a charter school?
No, Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 a Title I school?
No, Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72?
83.4% of students at Catherine & Count Basie Middle School 72 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 331
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.3%
- Phone
- (718) 723-6200
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #43 of 50
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